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Windermere Assisted Living
Assisted Living in Orange County
Windermere Assisted Living
Assisted Living in Orange County
Overview of Windermere Assisted Living
Windermere Assisted Living is an esteemed family-owned community in Winderemere, FL, that offers assisted living. Residents here receive top-notch care from a kind and highly qualified team that helps with their personal needs and household responsibilities around the clock. The community promotes a vibrant and welcoming environment, ensuring residents feel at ease during their stay.
Residents will not run out of things to do with a thoughtfully curated calendar of fun activities and exciting events for their leisure and wellness. Delightful and healthy meals are served to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. The community also offers medication management, transportation services, and trips to spas and salons for residents’ comfort and convenience. With the community’s welcoming spaces and genuine care, residents are guaranteed to live comfortably in their golden years.
Tesfa Bahta, PharmD, serves as the facility administrator at Windermere Assisted Living. He oversees staff training and enforces visitation policies to ensure resident rights and family access are respected. Tesfa is committed to maintaining a professional and compassionate environment for all residents and their families.
5-bed community
A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
Walk Score: 8 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusLicensed
IssuanceMarch 9, 2025
ExpirationFebruary 9, 2027
CountyOrange
License Number13023
Windermere Assisted Living is legally operated by Windermere Assisted Living Facility Corp, and administrated by Tesfamariam B Bahta.
Profit StatusFor-Profit
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
Creole
English
Other
24-Hour Staffing
Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC)
Laundry Services
Housekeeping
Social And Recreational Activities
Transport Coordination
Medical Appointment Coordination
Specific ProgramsSenior Care, 24 Hour Care
Operating HoursMonday-Sunday: Open 24 Hours
Food DescriptionWindermere Assisted Living provides all home cooked meals.
Meals IncludedYes
Activities in this home
- Arts and Crafts
- Exercise Classes
- Games & Cards
- Music Programs
- Shopping
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: Private / Semi-private Rooms
Building Type: Single-story
Dining Services
Beauty Services
Exercise Programs
Transportation Services
Housekeeping Services
Recreational Activities
Health Programs
Types of Care at Windermere Assisted Living
Assisted Living
Inspection History
In Florida, the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) is the primary authority that conducts unannounced inspections and completes official health quality reports for all healthcare facilities.
14 visits/inspections
Inspections are mandatory, regular evaluations conducted by state health departments or regulatory agencies. They ensure the community provides safe, compliant care, covering areas like resident health, staff and management.
Results
13 with citations
1 without citations
Florida average: 16 inspections with citations
Latest inspection
Date
October 7, 2025
Standard27 total citations
Citations indicate regulatory violations. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Florida average: 33 citations
1.9 citations per inspection
Florida average: 1.3 citations per inspection
30 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Florida average: 19 deficiencies
1 fine
Florida average: 5 fines
Total amount fined: $4,000.00
Florida average: $11,623.53
0 Legal actions
Florida average: 3 legal actions
Inspection Report Summary for Windermere Assisted Living
WINDERMERE ASSISTED LIVING FACILITY CORP's latest inspection, conducted on 2025-08-18, reported that deficiencies were cited. During the reporting period from 2018-04-04 to 2025-10-07, a total of 14 inspections were performed, with all but one resulting in identified deficiencies. The facility accumulated 27 line items of deficiencies across these inspections. Common themes included building maintenance and physical plant issues, as well as concerns related to records and documentation, resident care and rights, infection control, dietary services, and emergency planning. Following the identification of these issues, the facility was able to correct its deficiencies, demonstrating a commitment to improvement.
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Penalties and fines
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database
Penalty History
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
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